The Department of Children and Family Services says they’ve collected more than $2 million in casino winnings from parents who owe back child support. Deputy Assistant Secretary Lisa Andry says, under the Casino Intercept Program, when someone wins over 1200 dollars, the casino has to cross check the winner with people who owe money in the DCFS database…

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She says the money was collected from over 15-hundred deadbeat parents.

The Louisiana Attorney General’s office says a Marrero woman faces more than 200 years in prison on charges related to child sex trafficking. Spokesman David Ferris says when most think of human trafficking, they think of it only happening outside the United States. Ferris says the reality is that it’s also happening right underneath our noses…

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38-year-old Candice Caulfield was arrested on several charges including trafficking of children for sexual purposes.

The 18-year-old Natchitoches Central High School student who was involved in an altercation with another student has died as a result of injuries he sustained. Natchitoches Police Captain Brad Walker says Johnquaries Smith was punched by a 16-year-old male and hit his head on the concrete suffering injuries that ultimately cost him his life. He says the juvenile suspect was originally booked into the Ware Detention Center on second degree battery charges…

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Walker says rumors that this was a gang fight are not true.

The American Heart Association has released a statement saying the use of electronic cigarettes may help some people quit smoking. The recommendation is for the use of e-cigarettes as a last resort with several notes of caution. Associate Dean for Research at LSU, Dr. Ed Trapido, aggrees with the statement but says there is concern in the public health community…

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The group’s statement admits that there’s much more research that needs to be done.

The Department of Children and Family Services says they’ve collected over $2 million dollars in casino winnings from deadbeat parents. Deputy Assistant Secretary Lisa Andry says each collection made, whether large or small, is proof that the Casino Intercept Program an essential tool for collecting what is owed to Louisiana’s children…:
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She says the 2 million was taken from 1,526 non-custodial parents who owed back child support.

Sad story out of Natchitoches Central High. One of the two students who got into an altercation on campus Monday died yesterday morning from injuries sustained. The victim is Johnquaries (john-kware-e-us) Smith and the suspect is 16-years-old. Natchitoches Police Captain Brad Walker…:
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Now it’s a homicide and the 16-year-old will be charge with manslaughter.

The American Heart Association has released a statement saying the use of electronic cigarettes may help some people quit smoking. Eric Gill reports…:
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A Marrerro woman has been arrested on charges related to child trafficking for sexual purposes, and other serious sex crimes. Louisiana Attorney General Buddy Caldwell says the woman is 38 year-old Candice Caulfield, and with all of the charges against her, she faces a combined total of more than 200 years in prison.

The state Attorney General’s office says a Marrero woman is booked on charges related to child sex trafficking. 38-year-old Candice Caulfield was arrested for trafficking of children for sexual purposes and enticing persons into prostitution. Spokesman David Ferris says the AG’s office busted the suspect with the Internet Crimes Against Children’s Taskforce…:
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Caulfield faces more than 200 years in prison.

Governor Bobby Jindal is suing the Obama Administration today acussing it of illegally using federal dollars to force states into Common Core. The suit claims the US Department of Education used a $4.3 billion dollar grant program to encourage states to adopt the education standards which is a violates federal law prohibiting national control of education policy.

The Lafayette Police Department says a 56-year-old man died after he was run over by a dump truck that was traveling in reverse. They say Douglas Perroncel of Lafayette walked behind the truck and was hit by the bumper before going down. He was taken to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead.

An 18-year-old Natchitoches Central High School student has died as a result of injuries sustained after an altercation with another student during school. Eric Gill has the story…:
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Today Governor Bobby Jindal announces he’s filed a suit in federal court arguing President Barack Obama violated the constitution by forcing states to adopt Common Core standards and assessments. Jindal maintains the US Department of Education used federal dollars to do this and the suit argues these actions violate limitations of the role of federal government in education policy.

The Department of Children and Family Services says they’ve collected more than $2 million dollars in casino winnings from deadbeat parents. Jeff Palermo has that…:
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A Baton Rouge teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old boy is now facing additional charges for allegations of a second inappropriate relationship with a now former student. Deputies say 41-year-old Ashley Dowden is charged with prohibited conduct between educator and student for allegedly being involved with an 18-year-old who she formerly taught at Riverdale Christian Academy. The suspect was first arrested last week for allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old.

The 18-year-old Natchitoches Central High School student who was involved in an altercation with another student at school has died as a result of injuries he sustained. Johnquaries (john-kware-e-us) Smith passed away Tuesday morning. Natchitoches Police Captain Brad Walker says the incident happened Monday afternoon…:
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The suspect will now be charged with manslaughter in this case.

The Department of Children and Family Services says they’ve collected more than $2 million dollars in casino winnings from parents who owe back child support. Deputy Assistant Secretary Lisa Andry says this is a huge milestone for the Casino Intercept Program which launched in September 2011…:
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Andry says a total of 2 million fifty two thousand dollars was taken from 1,526 non-custodial parents who owed back child support.

The US Marshal in East Baton Rouge Parish arrested the founder of Red Jacket Firearms — again. This time William Hayden, of the reality show Sons of Guns, is facing a charge of aggravated rape of a 12-year-old. Hayden was arrested for molestation of a juvenile earlier this month and TMZ reported the suspect said the accusations were coming from a bitter ex-girlfriend. The matter is under investigation.

The American Heart Association has released a statement saying the use of electronic cigarettes may help some people quit smoking. The recommendation is for the use of e-cigarettes as a last resort with several notes of caution. Associate Dean for Research at LSU, Dr. Ed Trapido, says he’ll go along with that for now…:
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He says much more research needs to be done on the affects of e-cigarettes.

Lone Star Sports and Entertainment officials announce the tickets for Saturday’s game between NO. 13 LSU and NO. 14 Wisconsin in NRG Stadium have all been sold. The Tigers and Badgers will kick off at 8pm Central and you can watch the game on ESPN.

The 18-year-old Natchitoches Central High School student who was involved in an altercation with another student at school has died as a result of injuries he sustained. Johnquaries Smith passed away Tuesday morning. Natchitoches Police Captain Brad Walker says the incident happened Monday afternoon…

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The 16-year-old suspect will now be charged with manslaughter.

The Department of Children and Family Services says they’ve collected more than $2 million dollars in casino winnings from parents who owe back child support. Deputy Assistant Secretary Lisa Andry says this is a huge milestone for the Casino Intercept Program which launched in September 2011…

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She says winnings were taken from over 15-hundred non-custodial parents who owed back child support.

According to the personal finance magazine Kiplinger, Louisiana is the third most tax friendly state in the nation. Senior Associate Editor Sandy Block says their rankings were based on rates for income, sales and gas taxes. She says our gas tax is well below average at 20 cents a gallon. Block says as a result, Louisiana is a very tax friendly place for retirees…

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Block says the most tax friendly state is Delaware followed by Wyoming, then Mississippi and Alabama are ranked just below Louisiana.

Saints quarterback Drew Brees is the father of a new baby girl. Brees says his wife Brittany gave birth to their fourth child and first girl last night. Brees believes this will be the last addition to their immediate family…

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Brees says mom and baby are doing great.

The Houma Police Department is the latest law enforcement agency in Louisiana that will use body cameras. Chief Todd Duplantis says the Terrebonne Parish Council has purchased 84 cameras that will be equipped to an officers’ uniform. He says it should be a great benefit to the department.
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Not to mention the help the help it will be to prosecutors in court cases.

A Marrerro woman has been arrested on charges related to child trafficking for sexual purposes, and other serious sex crimes. Louisiana Attorney General Buddy Caldwell says the woman is 38 year-old Candice Caulfield, and with all of the charges against her, she faces a combined total of more than 200 years in prison.

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The personal finance magazine Kiplinger has named Louisiana the 3rd most tax-friendly state in the nation, resulting from low gas taxes, and property taxes…
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That’s Kiplinger Senior Associate Editor Sandy Block, who adds Louisiana is a very tax friendly place for retirees.

The announcement made today about Drew Brees’ wife Brittany giving birth to a baby girl has the Saints QB very excited. But he’s not the only one. His three other kids are really happy about the way things turned out…
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And mom and little girl are doing fine. And the proud poppa even tweeted a picture.

The Natchitoches High School student who was severely injured after being sucker punched in a school fight has died. KSLA TV is reporting that 18 year-old Johnquaries Smith died this afternoon, and a 16 year-old student at Natchitoches Central High School is facing manslaughter charges.

According to the personal finance magazine Kiplinger, Louisiana is the third most tax friendly state in the nation. Michelle Southern has that…:
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New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees is the father of a new baby girl. Brees says his wife Brittany gave birth their fourth child and their first girl last night. He says mom and baby are doing just fine after that memorable play…
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Brees is holding off on announcing the girl’s name until its on the birth certificate.

There’s an area of low pressure in the Northern Gulf of Mexico that has gotten the attention of the National Hurricane Center. In Lake Charles at the National Weather Service, meteorolgist Donald Jones says it is unlikely that this disturbance will grow into a tropical storm…
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Jones says this activity is in association with a weak frontal boundary.

The Slidell Police Department says a man who was desperate to pay his probation fees allegedly robs a woman and baby of a diaper bag. Michelle Southern has more…:
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Houma Police announce the introduction of body cameras that will video all interactions with police officers. Chief Todd Duplantis says it will help prosecutors in court cases.

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He says it also will decrease the number of citizen complaints.

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There’s an area of low pressure in the northern Gulf of Mexico has the attention of the National Hurricane Center. Donald Jones, with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says there’s a low chance this disturbed area will grow into a tropical storm, but it will produce showers and thunderstorms for areas in south Louisiana…
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And, it’s obviously something they will watch very closely.

This morning, New Orleans Saints Quartberback Drew Brees tweeted the announcement of the newest member of their household, as he and his wife Brittany welcomed a brand new baby girl. They have not announced the name as of yet, but they did say mom and daughter are doing great. He did a tweet a picture of the little girl and the proud papa. By the way, Drew Brees was at practice today.

According to the personal finance magazine Kiplinger, Louisiana is the third most tax friendly state in the nation. Senior Associate Editor Sandy Block says their rankings were based on rates for income, sales and gas taxes. She says they have a tax map tool on their website to help people make the most financially sound decision when considering a move to another state…

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You can view the map at kiplinger-dot-com.

A disorganized area of thunderstorms in the northern Gulf of Mexico has the attention of the National Hurricane Center. Donald Jones, with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says the weak cluster of thunderstorm activity is associated with a weak frontal boundary..

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But Jones says the cluster will produce showers and thunderstorms for areas in south Louisiana.

The Houma Police Department is the latest law enforcement agency in Louisiana that will use body cameras. Chief Todd Duplantis says the Terrebonne Parish Council has purchased 84 cameras that will be equipped to an officers’ uniform. Duplantis says with the body cameras, any interaction between a police officer and the public will be videoed, which should lead to a reduction in citizen and use of force complaints…

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Duplantis says the video will also help prosecutors when a criminal case goes before a judge or jury.

According to the Department of Children and Family Services the state has collected over two-million dollars in delinquent child support payments through confiscated casino winnings. The child support casino intercept program began in September 2011 and has collected unpaid child support payments from over fifteen hundred non-custodial parents at 19 state licensed casinos.